How far is Van Buren, AR from Conway, AR?
The driving distance from Van Buren, AR to Conway, AR is about 123 miles (198 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110.2 miles (177.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Van Buren and Conway.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Van Buren and Conway.
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Start on East Main Street
1 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Alma Highway
1.5 km · 1 min · Alma Highway
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Continue on Alma Highway
1524 ft · 26 sec · Alma Highway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 540 North: Oklahoma City, Little Rock
1145 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
2030 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
117.5 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 65 North, US 65B South
865 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight right
152 m · 12 sec
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Turn slight right onto Skyline Drive
1148 ft · 21 sec · Skyline Drive
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Continue on Harkrider Street
2482 ft · 42 sec · Harkrider Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Harkrider Street
55 m · 3 sec · Harkrider Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Harkrider Street
1175 ft · 20 sec · Harkrider Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Harkrider Street
49 m · 3 sec · Harkrider Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Harkrider Street
2712 ft · 49 sec · Harkrider Street
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Turn right onto Oak Street
150 m · 10 sec · Oak Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Oak Street
1470 ft · 38 sec · Oak Street
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Turn left onto Locust Avenue
152 m · 20 sec · Locust Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
32 m · 5 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Van Buren and Conway.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 40 East
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
117 mi · 01h 58m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Van Buren and Mostly Sunny near Conway.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Van Buren to Conway?
The road trip is about 123 miles (198 km) and usually takes 01h 50m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lamar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61 miles from Van Buren and 62 miles from Conway.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110.2 miles (177.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.44 one way or $32.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Van Buren and Mostly Sunny near Conway.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Van Buren and Conway. Straight-line distance: 110.19 mi (177.34 km).
#1 Van Buren
8th president of the United States (1782-1862)
| Population | 23,812 |
| Coordinates | 35.4367600, -94.3482700 |
| Altitude | 126 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Conway
The most populous city in Faulkner County, Arkansas.
| Population | 68,100 |
| Coordinates | 35.0887000, -92.4421000 |
| Altitude | 95 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-92.442158, 35.088823)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 198 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $16.44 | $32.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.48 | $36.97 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $20.07 | $40.14 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $23.50 | $47.00 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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